June Special Election

for the last four years, Franklin’s residents have stepped up to hold leadership accountable, ensuring that decisions reflect the best interests of the community—not just the priorities of a select few. Time and again, voters have had to challenge mismanagement, financial uncertainty, and rushed decisions that impact our schools, infrastructure, and cost of living.

This is not the first time Franklin has been asked to bail out poor financial planning. In June 2024, residents rejected a $6.8 million override, despite attempts to pressure voters with fear-based messaging about school closures and fee increases. Yet, just weeks later, leadership began discussing how to bring the override back, ignoring the will of the people. Now, another override is set for a vote on June 3, 2025—forcing residents to once again question whether our town’s financial management is truly transparent and responsible.

Meanwhile, enterprise funds funded directly by ratepayers have built up millions in surplus, yet water and sewer rates continue to rise with little explanation. Where is this money going? Why are residents being asked to pay more when there are millions in reserves that could stabilize rates?

Who Works for Free? And Who’s Paid to Push This?

While concerned residents volunteer their time for free to research, analyze budgets, and fight for financial transparency, our Town Administrator, one of the highest-paid in the state earns a top salary of $234,401, while also serving as President of the Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA)—an organization that lobbies for more local spending and higher taxes. And yet, he doesn’t even live in Franklin.

At the same time, elected officials—who campaigned as volunteers serving the people—have dedicated their time to pushing another override instead of working to fix long term financial mismanagement and town priorities.

Franklin’s future depends on an informed and engaged community. The cycle of overrides, rising costs, and lack of financial accountability will continue unless residents demand answers.

Stay Informed. Ask Hard Questions. Demand Accountability.

Our town’s financial future is too important to be decided without full transparency. Get involved, learn the facts, and make sure your voice is heard on June 3rd!

Increases Taxpayers Will See NOT including the Override: